<h1>Two countries agree in principle to resume suspended cross-border trade and pilgrimage routes pending formal approvals and infrastructure upgrades</h1> Two countries have agreed in principle to resume border trade through Shipki-La in Kinnaur following recent high-level talks; trade had been suspended since 2020. The state government says central authorities initiated discussions to restart trade at three designated points, including Lipulekh and Nathu La, and will pursue codal formalities with the commerce ministry. Authorities also received a positive response on reviving the Kailash Mansarovar pilgrimage via Shipki-La, noting existing road connectivity and the need for supporting infrastructure. The state anticipates revived trade, tourism and cultural exchanges pending formal agreements.